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Pistachio Muffins

Soft, fluffy pistachio muffins with a rich nutty flavor. Simple ingredients. Bakery-style results.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time22 minutes
Total Time37 minutes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 muffins
Calories: 180kcal
Author: 1
Cost: $8

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups 250 g all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup 150 g granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup 113 g unsalted butter, melted and cooled or ½ cup (120 ml) neutral oil
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • ¾ cup 180 ml milk or plain yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup 60 g pistachio paste or finely ground pistachios

Mix-ins

  • ¾ cup 110 g pistachios, shelled, unsalted, chopped

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin.
  • Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  • In another bowl, whisk eggs, butter or oil, milk or yogurt, vanilla, and pistachio paste.
  • Fold wet ingredients into dry until just combined. Gently fold in pistachios.
  • Divide batter evenly, filling liners about ¾ full.
  • Bake 18–22 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

These muffins are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven but can be stored in an airtight container for a few days.